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What Are the Penalties for Underage DUI?
Drinking and driving is a significant public safety risk, and the legal system takes it even more seriously when the driver is under 21. The...
What Happens During a Drug Possession Arrest?
The drug possession arrest process is a complex exchange where police procedure, constitutional rights, and the court system come together. So, let’s walk through each...
The Role of a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Domestic Violence Cases
Domestic violence cases are the most complicated and emotionally charged cases in the criminal sphere of law. They require that criminal defense lawyers travel through...
How Long Does a Drug Conviction Affect Your Future?
The lasting impact of a drug conviction extends far beyond the initial legal penalties, casting a shadow over various aspects of life for years or...
Understanding Criminal Records and Expungement
Criminal records can be a persistent problem for people who have served their time or paid their debt to society. Fortunately, the law allows for...
Can You Get a DWI on a Boat?
Boating while drunk or high is not only stupid but illegal. Many people don’t realize that the same rules that make drinking and driving dangerous...
How to Defend Against a First-Time DUI Charge?
Being charged with a first-time DUI can be extremely upsetting. Below is some general information about DUI charges, defenses, and how you’ll benefit from legal...
Meth Charges in North Carolina
Methamphetamine possession charges can arise in two distinct situations under North Carolina law. The first and most straightforward scenario involves actual possession, where law enforcement...
Are DWI Checkpoints Legal?
Driving while intoxicated (DWI) checkpoints, also known as sobriety checkpoints, have been the subject of much discussion over their legitimacy and effectiveness in improving public...
How Likely Is Jail Time for a First DWI?
If you face a First DWI, you might spend time in jail—about 24 hours to 6 months. Aggravating factors increase time, and mitigating factors reduce...